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Zac Wassink

Zac Wassink is a longtime sports news writer and PFWA member who began his career in 2006 and has had his work featured on Yardbarker, MSN, Yahoo Sports and Bleacher Report. He is also a football and futbol aficionado who is probably yelling about Tottenham Hotspur at the moment and who chanted for Matt Harvey to start the ninth inning of Game 5 of the 2015 World Series at Citi Field. You can find him on X at @ZacWassink

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NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, MLS, US Soccer, UFC

Jaguars HC Doug Pederson 'hitting the reset button' with QB Trevor Lawrence

Lawrence ended his debut pro campaign 30th among eligible quarterbacks with a 71.9 passer rating and 28th with a 33.5 total QBR.

Depleted Penguins without All-Star goalie Tristan Jarry for Game 6 vs. Rangers

Pittsburgh head coach Mike Sullivan confirmed that All-Star starting goalie Tristan Jarry won't play at all on Friday due to the reported broken right foot that's kept him out of action for nearly one entire month.

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby out for at least Game 6 vs. Rangers

It's unknown if Crosby could be available for a potential Game 7 at Madison Square Garden on Sunday, but history suggests he'd be a spectator for that contest if his teammates don't get the job done at home Friday.

Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool won't celebrate FA Cup win due to quadruple bid

Liverpool defeated Chelsea on penalties to win the Carabao Cup final back in late February. Jurgen Klopp made it clear his players would not party hard if they beat Chelsea and he has his reasons why.

Packers passed on bye after London game vs. Giants

Green Bay will instead be active through Week 13 before its bye, which comes ahead of what could be a pivotal home showdown with the Los Angeles Rams on Dec. 19.

Bills to be most 'rested' team of 2022 NFL regular season?

Throughout the season, Buffalo will be more rested than opponents by a total of 13 days.

Chiefs' 2022 schedule includes historic run against 2021 winning teams

Kansas City will become the first team ever to begin a campaign with eight straight matchups against clubs that posted winning records the previous year.

Hall of Fame hires Anthony Munoz as first chief football relationship officer

Former offensive tackle Anthony Munoz played for the Bengals from 1980 through the 1992 NFL season and was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1998, his first year of eligibility. The Hall announced Thursday it has appointed Munoz its first-ever chief football relationship officer.

Retired Ben Roethlisberger reportedly has 'bad blood' with Steelers

Roethlisberger was visibly banged up throughout the fall and also appeared "washed" in the eyes of some.

Guardians set to play at Twins after COVID-19 outbreak

The Guardians are on track to play at the Minnesota Twins on Friday night with pitching coach Carl Willis serving as their acting manager until further notice.

BYU, Utah State football series suspended after 2022

BYU and Utah State have faced off 90 times since 1922, with the Cougars leading the series 50-37-3. 

Mets' Taijuan Walker had 'tight' back but 'nothing serious' in win over Nationals

Walker was spotted using a heating pad on his back between innings, but both he and manager Buck Showalter insist there's nothing to worry about. 

Ravens CB Marcus Peters 'in the right place' during torn ACL recovery

Peters would not, however, say when he thinks he'll be back on the field or in the starting lineup. 

Bills' Josh Allen has 'really good relationship' with Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes

Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes might be adversaries on the field, but they're good friends off it.

Avalanche's Darcy Kuemper 'good to go' for second round of playoffs

Avalanche coach Jared Bednar offered good news when he confirmed goaltender Darcy Kuemper will be ready to play the next time his teammates take the ice. 

Padres reportedly close to deal with eight-time All-Star Robinson Cano

At his best, Cano was an eight-time All-Star and five-time Silver Slugger, but those days are now well in the past.

Kurt Warner offers advice to Tom Brady in transition to broadcasting

Warner never flirted with matching Brady's on-the-field accomplishments during his career, but Warner is a Hall of Famer who has worked as both a studio and in-game analyst.

Rangers' Jacob Trouba on Sidney Crosby hit: 'Hopefully he's better soon'

Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba delivered a hit to Penguins superstar captain Sidney Crosby in the game's second period that presumably prematurely ended Crosby's evening.

Colts All-Pro RB Jonathan Taylor: 'It’s been amazing' having QB Matt Ryan here

Taylor spoke with reporters during a press conference and explained that he and others are welcoming Ryan with open arms.

Tristan Jarry 'making significant progress,' Penguins 'really encouraged' ahead of Game 6

Jarry has been sidelined since April 14 with a foot injury.

Was Mets' Tylor Megill tipping pitches in loss to Nationals?

Megill was chased from the outing after he allowed eight runs on eight hits across one and a third innings of work, and the Mets ultimately lost 8-3.

John Elway: Russell Wilson the piece Broncos needed to return to Super Bowl

John Elway is clearly a fan of the Broncos' decision to acquire one-time Super Bowl champion quarterback Russell Wilson from the Seattle Seahawks this offseason.

Jets' Carl Lawson expects to be ready for training camp coming off Achilles tear

After missing his first season with the Jets due to the injury, Lawson is expected to be ready to go for training camp.

Mets reliever Sean Reid-Foley has season-ending Tommy John surgery

It's far too early to tell if Reid-Foley will be fully healthy for the start of the 2023 season.